WASR 10/63 Thoughts

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Thanks for the tips! I am pretty sure I will leave this gun as it is. I really like the utilitarian feel of an AK with wood grips and iron sights. I do need to add a sling. Any recommendations? Do I need to choose something special for an underfolder model?
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I also need to buy cleaning supplies. Is there a good kit out there? What do y'all use? I found a kit on Cheaperthandirt.com for $5 that has a bore snake, brushes and oil, and I am wondering if I should buy it

I think you did alright, considering what these firearms command for a price these days.
Heck, 3-5 of years ago they were a lot less.
For the $700 + for the one, I would have searched out one of these, Century Arms R1A1 Sporter .308 FAL with Bi-Pod

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As far as slings go it all depends on if you want a one point or a two point. The Israeli sling from Suarez International is very nice, about $25. I use a convertible sling that will go to either a one or two point.

I simply use commercial cleaning products on mine. I don't bother with the AK cleaning rod under the barrel. There are however some neat little original AK cleaning kits that are self contained with a bore brush, slave pin, patch jig and a basic sight tool. They come in a small metal container and were designed to fit inside the buttstock of the original rifles. A simple bore snake type kit will work fine.

"A first rate man with a third rate gun is far better than the other way around". The gun is a tool, you are the craftsman that makes it work. There are those who say "if I had to do it, I could" yet they never go out and train to do it. Don't let stupid be your mindset. Harryball 2013

"A first rate man with a third rate gun is far better than the other way around". The gun is a tool, you are the craftsman that makes it work. There are those who say "if I had to do it, I could" yet they never go out and train to do it. Don't let stupid be your mindset. Harryball 2013

Storing it like that should be fine if you don't plan on using it. If this is your go to rifle, i would reconsider. I would also listen to anything Tacman had to say about these as he is the man on all things ak. I listened to him on the ultimak and aimpoint and am so happy i did!